1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Acura TL
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Caprice and 1996 Acura TL were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Acura TL. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura TL.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Caprice | TL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 176 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
